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Lucia Lilikoi: An Evening of Dream Folk

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Lucia Lilikoi presents new songs and soundscapes from her upcoming fourth album. She uses her voice, ukulele, guitar, looping pedal, and diverse instruments gathered in her travels to weave alchemical prayers to the earth. Joining her for the evening are special guest musicians from the Bay Area, inviting listeners into a world where dreams are […]

$20 – $25

SOLD OUT – “Neruda: The Poet’s Calling” Book Release Party – Celebrating 15 Years of Pablo at the Poppy

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Mark Eisner, one of the founding members of the Red Poppy Art House, is joined by friends to celebrate the publication of his new book, Neruda: The Poet's Calling. The evening features a reading from the author; poetry by Jennifer Barone, Cristina García, Ingrid Keir, William O’Daly, Carolina de Robertis, and Michael Warr; as well […]

$10 – $15

José Antonio Rodriguez Trio: Flamenco Guitar Maestro

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

One of Spain’s leading flamenco guitarists, Córdoba’s award-winning José Antonio Rodríguez makes a special San Francisco appearance at the Red Poppy.   FEATURING: José Antonio Rodriguez - flamenco guitar Patricio “Pachi” Cámara - percussion, vocals Paco Peña - bass   ABOUT THE ARTIST: Acclaimed for his powerful and evocative renditions of contemporary flamenco, José Antonio […]

$20 – $25

Hazel Reading Series: Stories by Women

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Hazel Reading Series is a vibrant literary community founded in 2013. Each month, the all-women lineup of writers is carefully selected by the readers of the previous month. Through this curation-by-evolution process, they have created a sense of lineage and have come into contact with some of the best writers in the Bay Area—some at […]

$5 – $10

Jack Tone-Riordan Trio: Jazz Standards & Improvised Music

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Bay Area guitarist Jack Tone-Riordan presents music from his recently released trio recording, Deep Space. The band consists of homegrown, international talents Darrell Green on drums and David Ewell on bass. Tone-Riordan uses newly composed original music as well as favorites from the Great American Songbook as departure points for his compelling and explorative improvisations […]

$15 – $20

Ramana Vieira: Contemporary Fado

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Ramana Vieira and her ensemble present rapturous rhythms and the passionate stirrings of fado, the folk music of Portugal. Also performing original compositions and American blues/jazz/pop standards, Vieira captivates her audience with the evocative laments of the old world classics blended with innovative instrumentation, creative layers, and soaring vocals.   FEATURING: Ramana Vieira - piano […]

$20 – $25

Rob Reich Quartet: Rapturous Music for Accordion

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Rob Reich has been bringing his creative vision to delighted audiences at the Red Poppy for the past 10 years. For an evening of original, rapturous music, he is joined by some of the Bay Area's finest musicians.   FEATURING: Rob Reich - piano, accordion Ben Goldberg - clarinets Ila Cantor - guitar John Wiitala […]

$15 – $20

Rumberos de Radio Habana: Monthly Community Rumba

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Rumba music originated in the Afro-Cuban neighborhoods of Havana and Matanzas as the soundtrack to community, partnered dancing and get-togethers as a means of cultural expression. Its global diaspora means rumba rhythms have found their way into other genres of music such as country, rock, and blues, and continue to impact the genres of today. […]

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Matt Renzi’s Arm-Sized Legging: Original Jazz & Contemporary Classical

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Arm-Sized Legging is a project consisting of woodwinds, cello, bass, and drums, playing a repertoire of all original compositions. The music explores textures and colors, as well as the various sonorities of the distinct instrumentation. Although many parts are written out, there is also plenty of room for improvisation; the group makes use of both […]

$15 – $20

Diana Gameros + Dorian Wood: Latinx Chants, Sorrows & Storytelling

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Dorian Wood returns to the Bay Area after nearly six years to perform songs from his most recent album, XALÁ, as well as past original works and reimagined folk standards. Diana Gameros then serenades us with lullabies from her albums, Arrullo and Eterno Retorno, plus new works on piano and electric guitar. An intimate evening […]

$15 – $20

Wahid: Sublime Inspirations from the Levant

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Wahid is a duo that blends jazz, Ottoman maqam, and traditional rebetika—Greek regional blues from the 1920s. While their instrumentation pairing of the oud and frame drum dates back thousands of years, they have created a new approach using a chromatic bass frame set and improvisation over song forms. Their fifth release, Resonance, is in […]

$15 – $20

A Challenge of Being: A Collective Exploration w/ maria lentzou

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

    At the sound of a bell 0 choreography on 11 golden moons for $22 suggested donation from 22 pairs of eyes to witness 44min of authenticity and interact in 5 possible ways The Red Poppy Art House invites you to join "A Challenge of Being," a collective exploration on empathy, presence, authenticity, and […]

$20 – $25

Andrew Dixon ft. Julie Moon: Album Release & Original Music

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

With music in the jazz tradition of late Coltrane and 70s Miles Davis, saxophonist Andrew Dixon comes to the Red Poppy to perform original compositions from his debut album release, East Oakland Run Down. Opening the evening is composer and pianist Julie Moon with solo works.   FEATURING: Andrew Dixon - woodwinds Dahveed Behroozi - […]

$15 – $20

Jacob Szekely Trio: Indie Chamber Jazz

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

As a composer and improvisor, Jacob Szekely has recreated a revolution by definitively expanding the sonic culture of the cello into the world of contemporary jazz. The trio's influences range from classical, jazz, funk, rock, as well as Indian music. Their sound is highly complex, rhythmically and harmonically, while always grooving and with an unfailing […]

$15 – $20

Lavay Smith & Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers: Taboo Jazz from the ‘20s & Beyond

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Lavay Smith & Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers perform classic jazz and blues songs ranging from the 1920s, ‘30s, ‘40s, and ‘50s, all about getting low and getting high.   FEATURING: Lavay Smith - vocals Danny Armstrong - trombone, vocals Rob Barics - tenor saxophone, clarinet Ron Belcher - bass Chris Siebert - piano   […]

$20 – $25

Hazel Reading Series: Stories by Women

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Hazel Reading Series is a vibrant literary community founded in 2013. Each month, the all-women lineup of writers is carefully selected by the readers of the previous month. Through this curation-by-evolution process, they have created a sense of lineage and have come into contact with some of the best writers in the Bay Area—some at […]

$5 – $10

Jenna Mammina & Rolf Sturm: Jazz & Pop Duo

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Jenna Mammina and Rolf Sturm are an acoustic duo presenting jazz and pop standards, as well as originals. Some of the material will be off of their two recordings, and some might be made up on the spot with the audience!   FEATURING: Jenna Mammina - vocals Rolf Sturm - guitar   ABOUT THE ARTISTS: […]

$15 – $20

Madelina y Los Carpinteros w/ Wentworth-Romero Duo: A Celebration of Latin-American Roots

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

An evening of folk-inspired Latin American music of resistance and joy, Madelina y Los Carpinteros, plus special guest Tito Guerra, present traditional and original music from Chile, Argentina, the Andes Region, Colombia, Venezuela, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Madelina y Los Carpinteros is a multicultural Latin American ensemble following the tradition of Nueva Canción and […]

$20 – $25

Trance Mission Duo: Rhythmic & Melodic Soundscapes

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Trance Mission Duo presents new music from their upcoming album and chestnuts from their vast repertoire. Melodic, haunting, rhythmic, and pulsating, their global jazz and trance dance music has delighted audiences all over the world.   FEATURING: Beth Custer - clarinets, percussion, vocals Stephen Kent - didgeridoo, sinter-style cello, percussion, vocals   ABOUT THE ARTIST: […]

$20 – $25

Ashley Broder Trio: Original Chamber Folk

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Renowned instrumentalists Ashley Broder, Ben Schreiber, and Aria DiSalvio join forces to perform Broder's originals and some traditional fiddle favorites. Mandolin, electric mandolin, fiddle, and cello weave melodies, textures, and harmonies to create a sound that has been described as cinematic and transportive.   FEATURING: Ashley Broder - mandolin, electric mandolin, fiddle Ben Schreiber - […]

$15 – $20

Diaspora: Sephardi, Greek & Near Eastern Music

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Diaspora’s Red Poppy debut features an eclectic mix of music from Southern Europe and the Near East. Leah Sirkin, Steve Brock, and Tano Brock are the core members of this San Francisco family band. Special guests joining them for the night include Arabic drum master Faisal Zedan and dancer Nicole Maria.   FEATURING: Leah Sirkin […]

$15 – $20

Pablo Estigarribia and Adrian Jost: Tango for Piano & Bandoneon (TWO SHOWS)

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Tango finds new life when a Bay Area favorite meets world-class talent from Buenos Aires. Touring together for the first time, Pablo Estigarribia and Adrian Jost present an evening of tango for piano and bandoneón, as well as solo pieces. From classics like “El Choclo” to original compositions, their collaborations bring new life into the […]

$20 – $25

Édessa: Balkan, Armenian & Turkish Music

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

A rare night of music presented by Édessa, the Balkan dance band explores a different repertoire from the Balkans, Turkey, and Armenia.   FEATURING: George Chittenden - clarinet, guitar Ari Langer - violin Lise Liepman - santouri, accordion Sean Tergis - darabuka, defi, tupan   ABOUT THE ARTIST: Édessa captures the passion and vitality that […]

$15 – $20

Sam Reider and the Human Hands: Bluegrass, Jazz Manouche & Folk

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Sam Reider and the Human Hands celebrate the West Coast release of their debut record, Too Hot to Sleep, featuring mind-bending instrumental music performed by virtuoso bluegrass and jazz musicians.   FEATURING: Sam Reider - accordion, piano Alex Hargreaves - violin Dominick Leslie - mandolin Roy Williams - guitar Dave Speranza - bass   ABOUT […]

$20 – $25

Lisa Silva & Voz Du Brasil: Celebrating 40 Years of SF Carnaval!

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Celebrating 40 years of SF Carnaval, the Red Poppy Art House and curator Andrew Scott present two days of Carnaval-inspired performances. Lisa Silva, a fixture in the Brazilian music scene for many years, brings her joyous energy on Friday for an evening of samba, bossa, baiao, and samba reggae.   FEATURING: TBA   ABOUT THE […]

$15 – $20

California Choro Club: Celebrating 40 Years of SF Carnaval!

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Celebrating 40 years of SF Carnaval, the Red Poppy Art House and curator Andrew Scott present two days of Carnaval-inspired performances. On Saturday, California Choro Club brings the upbeat sounds of samba and choro directly from Brazil to San Francisco.   FEATURING: Katia Moraes - vocals Eduardo Souza - Brazilian guitar Ted Falcon - violin, […]

$20 – $25

Rumberos de Radio Habana: Monthly Community Rumba

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Rumba music originated in the Afro-Cuban neighborhoods of Havana and Matanzas as the soundtrack to community, partnered dancing and get-togethers as a means of cultural expression. Its global diaspora means rumba rhythms have found their way into other genres of music such as country, rock, and blues, and continue to impact the genres of today. […]

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Pascal’s Triangle: No-Boundaries, Modern Jazz Piano Trio

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Grammy-nominated jazz pianist and composer Pascal Le Boeuf presents a collection of new and classic original works with an "advanced-propulsion rhythm team" (New York Times) comprised of Bay Area heroes Giulio Xavier Cetto on bass and Malachi Whitson on drums.   FEATURING: Pascal Le Boeuf - piano Giulio Xavier Cetto - bass Malachi Whitson - […]

$15 – $25

Viktorija Gečytė & Gene Perla Quartet: Jazz for Today

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Lithuanian singer Viktorija Gečytė and American double-bassist Gene Perla have been enchanting audiences for the past 10 years, touring the U.S. and Europe. Their music springs from the Great American Songbook, including jazz standards, original compositions, and rarely performed musical gems.   FEATURING: Viktorija Gecyte - vocals Gene Perla - double bass Sean Gough - […]

$20 – $25

Suspended: Artist Reception w/ Fernanda Martínez

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

For her first solo exhibition at the Red Poppy Art House, Fernanda Martínez presents Suspended, a story of contemplation and revelation. Inspired by nature, the artist reveals patterns and colors belonging to a slow dimension, visible only through contemplation. Suspended is a celebration of life, of authenticity, of the present moment; it shows the beauty […]

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